Engineers working at Kytra and Fort Augustus have recently encountered some unexpected issues which will cause a delay in the reopening of the canal. The Caledonian Canal is now scheduled to re-open at 8:30 on Wednesday 17th of April 2019.

Draft restrictions on the Caledonian Canal

Due to a combination of low water levels in Loch Oich and an outflow of silt into the canal at Laggan Spout, skippers of vessels with fresh water drafts of 3.4m or more should contact the Caledonian Canal office on 01463 725500 in advance of arrival to check transit arrangements.